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Manchester United 1998-99 vs Manchester City 2018-19: Who comes out on top?

While Manchester City will not collect the Champions League this season, their points total will once again put them among the greatest sides in the history of the Premier League. And like 20 years ago, a team from Manchester could collect silverware from three of the four competitions they entered. Manchester United won the Premier League, the FA Cup and the Champions League, while City already have the League Cup and are in the FA Cup final. But how do both teams compare? Sportsmail has taken a look at both and rated them below. 

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Marcus Rashford delays contract talks amid fears Man Utd are not heading in right

Marcus Rashford has delayed talks over signing a new contract after citing fears over Manchester United's progress under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The United striker will now 'assess' United's intent on pushing forward this summer before committing to discussions about his future. The club are keen for the England international to extend his current deal for another two seasons and explored the possibility of opening up talks with him recently.

MARTIN SAMUEL AT BETHPAGE: Double bogey, bogey, double bogey. The first three entries by McIlroy stand as the worst opening to a round in his Major championship career.

Manchester United have made their first move for Sessegnon, according to Sky Sports News. The London club have slapped a £40million price tag on the teenager, who will turn 19 on Saturday.

Mourinho has not worked since being sacked by United, although he was offered the Real Madrid job earlier this season. However he says he was happy to take a rest after leaving Old Trafford.

Gareth Bale and I share the same agent and, as far as I know, he is determined to stick it out in Spain. But if he is not going to be used regularly, I would love to see him return to Spurs.

DEREK LAWRENSON AT BETHPAGE: Who can stop the record-breaking butcher of Bethpage? Certainly not his playing partner Tiger Woods, who will not be around for the weekend.

Guardiola: Man City do not get same respect as United or Liverpool

Pep Guardiola feels Manchester City are under-appreciated as they attempt an unprecedented domestic treble. The City manager claimed winners are never liked as he aims to lift the FA Cup for the first time when they take on Watford at Wembley. 'People don't like winners,' Guardiola said. 'Here, in Spain, in Italy, everywhere. We feel our people are happy with what we have done. I feel our fans in the street, the letters I receive from the people. They are incredibly satisfied.'

Watford wizard Gerard Deulofeu is a man in a hurry ahead of FA Cup final against Man City

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY IAN LADYMAN: A little over five minutes into our interview and Gerard Deulofeu starts to motion with his right hand. It looks at first as though he is maybe stifling a sneeze.

Manchester City face Watford at Wembley in the FA Cup final on Saturday. Sportsmail's Martin Keown provides his pre-match analysis...

INTERVIEW BY JACK GAUGHAN: He told City physios his campaign was over. Leave him alone, he wanted a holiday. 'I'm done,' he said. Season finished. Five injuries were just too much to bear.

Watford's training ground this week was a sunny place in more ways than one. The atmosphere felt relaxed and it felt optimistic, as though something good was round the corner.

Troy Deeney, a boyhood Birmingham City fan, is ready to give Aston Villa supporter Prince William 'a bit of stick' when the pair meet at Wembley on Saturday for the FA Cup final.

Elton John was clattered by Tim Sherwood... he's STILL STANDING

The story of Tim Sherwood, Elton John and a five-a-side pitch near the Great Wall of China encapsulates how Saturday's FA Cup finalists were possessed with a benefactor like none other. It dates to 1987 and an end-of-season tour in which Sherwood was a promising midfielder adhering very literally to Watford boss Graham Taylor's maxim about training as hard as you played. Elton, the club's chairman and owner, whose name had opened the door to China, had joined the squad in a five-a-side game between tour matches when he prepared to receive a gentle ball, not knowing that Sherwood had different ideas.

DEREK LAWRENSON AT BETHPAGE: Spieth and Dustin Johnson put together second rounds at the US PGA Championship at Bethpage on Friday that came with a collective message.

After crashing 114 off 89 balls in the three-wicket win that sealed the series, the Surrey batsman revealed that his two-month-old daughter Everly required medical attention in early hours of Friday.

NASSER HUSSAIN: There is going to be one very unlucky England cricketer next Tuesday when Ed Smith reveals the World Cup squad. I confess that I wouldn't know who to omit.

The Premier League rivals are set to meet in the Azerbaijan capital on May 29 - but the decision to host the fixture in Baku has thrown up plenty of issues since the two London clubs qualified.

The London rivals may take just 3,000 fans each, with half of their 6,000 allocations set to be returned unsold. The cost and difficulty in making the 5,500-mile round-trip has put large numbers off.

The Beckhams strut their stuff at Loftus Road in Manchester United's new home kit... but Romeo cannot hide his love for Arsenal 

David Beckham rolled back the years as he pulled on his football boots to play alongside his three sons at Loftus Road on Friday. Beckham, alongside sons Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz, was pictured at the ground of Queen's Park Rangers wearing Manchester United new home shirt, inspired by the 1999 Treble-winning team he was part of. But eagle-eyed fans quickly noticed that 16-year-old son Romeo defied the United narrative as he took to the pitch in a pair of Arsenal shorts, showing his commitment to the north London outfit.

Griezmann has previously been linked with interest from Manchester United, City and PSG but Barcelona is his destination of choice and it seems likely that he will get his wish to go there.

Deontay Wilder promises punishment for Dominic Breazeale at weigh-in

Whatever disappointment Deontay Wilder may have had in not next fighting Anthony Joshua or Tyson Fury is gone. Now the heavyweight champion can't wait to get in the ring with Dominic Breazeale. 'It's going to be an amazing night for me and a sad night for him,' Wilder said. Coming off the first fight of his career that didn't end in victory, Wilder wants to power his way back into the win column Saturday when he defends his version of the title at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

EXCLUSIVE BY JAMES AYLES: The Azerbaijan FA have insisted Arsenal winger Henrikh Mkhitaryan will be free to play in the Europa League final against Chelsea at Baku Olympic Stadium.

The France World Cup-winning forward has completed a three-match ban and will be looking to add to his tally of 30 goals this season with PSG keen to finish the season strong in front of their own fans.

The England international hasn't played since breaking an ankle in November, an injury that required double surgery but is in line to make his Arsenal comeback for the final in Baku.

United lost six of their remaining 10 league games as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side wilted following the Norwegian's permanent appointment, but that has not deterred the Dutchman.

Fans selling tickets through unauthorised secondary sites could be hit with an indefinite ban from Anfield, Liverpool have announced. The issue of ticket availability is a long-running one.

Everton have held talks over a proposed contract for keeper Lossl. The 30-year old Denmark international has been released by Huddersfield following their relegation so is a free agent.

Charlton 2-3 Doncaster (agg 4-4, 4-3 on pens): Lee Bowyer's men book play-off final spot

ADRIAN KAJUMBA AT THE VALLEY: Tommy Rowe missed the crucial penalty for Doncaster as Charlton set up a repeat of one of the greatest ever play-off finals against Sunderland. Doncaster captain Rowe had the chance to take the shootout to sudden death after teammate John Marquis and Charlton's Naby Sarr saw their spot-kicks saved. But he blazed wide to spark wild scenes of celebration at the Valley as Charlton progressed to the League One play-off final and secured a return to Wembley for the first time since they faced Sunderland there in 1998.

The Villarreal midfielder has not featured for the national side since 2015 but has been included in Luis Enrique's squad upcoming matches against the Faroe Islands and Sweden.

Chelsea remain hopeful of having their two-window FIFA transfer ban frozen while appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, so are pushing ahead with tentative recruitment plans.

The Baku FA have rejected concerns over the capacity of their airport ahead of the Europa League final in Azerbaijan, claiming the facility can handle 10,000 visitors an hour.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has been a revelation for Liverpool this season and has helped guide them to a second-place finish in one of the best title races in years.

Manchester United are interested in Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff. The 21-year old midfielder has two years left on his contract.

Guardiola strongly denied rumours linking him with Juventus earlier in the season and he was again dismissive when asked about the Turin club before Saturday's FA Cup final against Watford.

Taking the pee: Rahm caught short during USPGA Championship as he is seen nipping into the rough to answer call of nature

When you've got to go, you've got to go - even if you're halfway through your round at one of golf's major tournaments and there are television cameras everywhere.  John Rahm was playing his second round of the USPGA Championship at Bethpage on Friday, when he suddenly had to answer the call of nature.  Unfortunately for Rahm, he was captured on camera nipping behind a tree while playing partner Dustin Johnson lined up a shot. 

British No 1 Konta delivers her best ever performance on clay to reach semi-finals at

Jo Konta gave herself a 28th birthday present with her best ever performance on clay that sees her into the semi-finals of the Italian Open.

Mauricio Pochettino is the favourite to replace Massimiliano Allegri at Juventus after the club confirmed the Italian coach will leave at the end of the season.

Manchester United 'will return for pre-season training as early as July 1' after manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was left dismayed by his squad's fitness levels.

Manchester United will be rooting for rivals Manchester City to complete the domestic treble in the FA Cup Final against Watford in a bid to avoid Europa League qualifying.

But UEFA President Ceferin has insisted nothing is as yet set in stone, while he reiterated his commitment to avoiding playing European matches on weekends.

The midfielder played the full 90 minutes of the Black Cats' 0-0 semi-final second leg draw with Portsmouth on Thursday evening after his mother, Susan, lost her battle with cancer on Wednesday.

That's a slap in the face! Ibrahimovic handed two-match ban for grabbing rival goalkeeper during MLS encounter 

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been hit with a two-match ban in America's MLS after appearing to grab an opponent's neck. The incident occurred on Saturday when Ibrahimovic's Los Angeles Galaxy were beaten 2-0 by New York City. Former Manchester United striker Ibrahimovic had just lobbed New York goalkeeper Sean Johnson when the two players went head to head after the rebound had been sent over the bar by Chris Pontius.

United are tracking Fenerbahce teenage sensation Elmas. The 19-year-old is viewed as one of the brightest talents in European football. The midfielder already has 10 caps for Macedonia.

Swansea City have offered Graham Potter an improved contract in an effort to fight off interest from Brighton. Brighton have made Potter their No 1 choice to replace Chris Hughton.

According to the Evening Standard , only 600 season ticket holders have purchased tickets so far, leading the club to open sales to members who do not have any loyalty points.

Chelsea will be able to sign loan players Mateo Kovacic and Gonzalo Higuain despite their two-window transfer ban, according to reports.

Wayne Rooney hits out at Man United stars and insists they need to start fearing boss

Wayne Rooney believes Manchester United's players need to start fearing and respecting Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his coaching staff. And the former United striker has hit out at their social media antics and accused some of Solskjaer's players of always 'finding someone to hide behind' on and off the pitch. Ex-England captain Rooney admits 'watching Manchester United struggle is always tough' following their dismal end to the season.

Liverpool reportedly sent scouts to watch former Manchester United winger Memphis Depay play for Lyon against Marseille over the weekend.

The Brazilian full-back will leave Atleti on a free transfer at the end of the season, leaving Diego Simeone with no recognisable options on the left side of his defence.

WILL KELLEHER'S SCRUM'S THE WORD: There's an end-of-term feel to this Scrum's the Word, and guess why? Because it's the end of term, silly!

Ruben Loftus-Cheek has spoken out about his injury that rules the Chelsea star out of the Europa League final and England's Nations League campaign. He is facing 12 months out. 

Steve Clarke is performing miracles at Kilmarnock and could be set to become Scotland boss

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY STEVE STAMMERS: He has a budget of £1.7million and a squad made up of loan players. Yet he has taken Kilmarnock to third place in the league and won Manager of the Year in Scotland. No wonder Steve Clarke is a wanted man: wanted by the Scottish FA to become the next national team manager and wanted by clubs south of the border impressed by his season. So when Kilmarnock play Rangers in their last league game of the season on Sunday, the players know it could also be Clarke's last. Several clubs will have noted that Clarke is on a one-year rolling contract so any compensation will not be huge.

Mako Vunipola faces a race to be fit for the World Cup after he was ruled out for three months with a hamstring injury. He hobbled off in Saracens’ European Champions Cup final win against Leinster.

Collins would advocate it as a career development plan for talented rookies; graduate from the local club academy, but then go abroad for a while, rather than waiting in line for senior selection.

Simmonds sees the light at the end of the tunnel. Eight months after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee against Worcester, the England back-rower is back.

Homophobic Israel Folau finally had his £2million contract ripped up after Rugby Australia took the 'painful' decision to sack him for claiming 'hell awaits' gay people.

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Southampton unveil kits for next season in hilarious parody of Netflix's 'Fyre Festival' documentary... including offer of a 'Shane-Long Island Iced Tea' on a desert island!

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British horseracing's leaders say they will initiate an urgent plan of action in response to an unexpected £17 m year-on-year fall in Levy yield from betting which helps fund the sport.

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